Things to do in Bristol

Vibrant, picturesque city, brimming with culture and history

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Whether you are a history buff, art critic or music lover, Bristol truly has something for you. As the largest city in the south-west and one of the most picturesque, Bristol is awash with history, magnificent architecture and an endless number of leisure opportunities. Bristol benefits from having a large number of established tourist destinations as well as enjoying a host of festivals throughout the year, from kite flying to Shakespeare!

  Visit places around Bristol


Local Attractions       Museums       Parks & Open spaces       Galleries      

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Open Top Bus Tours
Tours of Bristol throughout the summer months. Headphones and guide included.  www 
Less than a mile
At
Bristol - Interactive science and discovery centre.  www 
Less than a mile
Bristol Cathedral
Famous cathedral. Tours available.  www 
Less than a mile
Bristol Aquarium
Spectacular aquarium and underwater experience.  www 
Less than a mile
SS Great Britain
Award-winning attraction of the world's first great ocean liner.  www 
Less than a mile
Clifton Suspension Bridge
Displays and artefact's explaining it's history, construction and maintenance.  www 
Less than a mile
Bristol Zoo
Home to over 450 species of animals.  www 
1.4 miles
Bristol Botanic Gardens
Fascinating visitor attraction.  www 
2 miles

  

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  Eat & Drink in Bristol


Restaurants       Bars & Pubs      

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The Lanes Bristol
Combines bowling, karaoke, dancing and it's very own pizzeria.
Less than a mile



Pizza Express - Corn Street
Pizza restaurant.
Less than a mile



Pitcher & Piano
Less than a mile

Slug And Lettuce
Delicious pub food.  www 
Less than a mile
Glass Boat
Cafes & Restaurants.
Less than a mile
Bella Italia - Baldwin Street
Italian cafe bar and restaurant.  www 
Less than a mile
Carluccios
Cafes & Restaurants.
Less than a mile
Zerodegrees - Microbrewery Restaurant
Cafes & Restaurants.
Less than a mile
Cafe Rouge
French-styled bistro.  www 
Less than a mile

  


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  Watch, Listen & Nights out in Bristol


Cinema       Theatre, Ballet & Opera       Nightclubs       Live Music & Concerts       Comedy      

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Bristol Old Vic
Popular theatre.
Less than a mile



O2 Academy Bristol
Popular live entertainment and music venue.
Less than a mile

Odeon
Multi-screen cinema on Union Street.  www 
Less than a mile
Cinema De Lux
Luxury cinema experience.  www 
Less than a mile
Watershed Media Centre
Cinema, digital Media, special events and a cafe/Bar.  www 
Less than a mile
Arnolfini
Harbourside arts centre including a cinema showing alternative and arthouse films.  www 
Less than a mile
Vue
Multi-Screen Cinema at Bristol Cribbs Causeway.  www 
4.7 miles
Panache
Premier nightclub.  www 
Less than a mile
La Rocca
Basement nightclub.  www 
Less than a mile

  

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  Sports & Leisure in Bristol


Golf       Fitness & Leisure centres       Bowling       Walks & Cycle rides       Special Interest      

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Fitness First
Gym and fitness centre based at Bristol Harbour-side.
Less than a mile



The Lanes Bristol
Combines bowling, karaoke, dancing and it's very own pizzeria.
Less than a mile

Henbury Golf Club
Henbury is situated in a magnificent parkland setting of mature woodlands bordering the famous Blaise Castle Estate.  www 
3.6 miles
Fitness4less
Great value gym and fitness centre.  www 
Less than a mile
The Gym
Gym and fitness centre. No contract needed.  www 
Less than a mile
David Lloyd
Tennis, health and fitness club.  www 
3.1 miles
Bristol Walks
Walks in and around Bristol.  www 
Less than a mile
Cycle Routes
Cycle routes in and around Bristol.  www 
Less than a mile

  


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  Treat yourself in Bristol


Shopping Centres       Spa & Salon      



The Relaxation Centre
Luxury spa. Treat yourself.
1.1 miles

St Nicholas Market
One of Bristol's best kept secrets, and is home to the largest collection of independent retailers in Bristol.  www 
Suggested by Paul Hennell, Bristol
Less than a mile
Cabot Circus Shopping Centre
Bristol's premier shopping venue.  www 
Less than a mile
The Treatment Rooms
Luxury spa and beauty salon.  www 
Less than a mile
Body Centre
Luxurious beauty treatments.  www 
Less than a mile
Beauty Lounge
Tanning and beauty salon.  www 
1.3 miles

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  Kids in Bristol


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Jungle Rumble
Jungle themed adventure golf course.
Less than a mile

Odeon
Multi-screen cinema on Union Street.  www 
Less than a mile
Bristol Ice Rink
Ice skating centre.  www 
Less than a mile
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Bristol - Interactive science and discovery centre.  www 
Less than a mile
Bristol Aquarium
Spectacular aquarium and underwater experience.  www 
Less than a mile
Flying Saucers
Paint your own pottery experience.  www 
Less than a mile
Bristol Zoo
Home to over 450 species of animals.  www 
1.4 miles
Leigh Woods
A wilderness of beauty and tranquility set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Avon Gorge. National Trust site.  www 
Suggested by Rachel Budd, Bristol
2.2 miles

  

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Where to stay in Bristol

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Did you know...

  • It is the largest city in the south west of England.
  • The world’s first commercially produced chocolate bar was made in Union Street Bristol by Fry’s in 1847
  • Bristol is the only UK city to have been nominated for the title ‘European Green Capital’ for 2010/11.

Other info

Tourist Info Office located at: Bristol Tourist Information Office, 53 Queen Square, Bristol, BS1 4LH

Famous for...

Home of Captain Blackbeard, Bristol University, Clifton Suspension Bridge and Popular television and film location

Annual events in Bristol